Rugby league Immortal Graeme Langlands has passed away in his sleep aged 76 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

The St George Dragons legend icon had recently been accused of indecent assault of a girl under the age of 16.

“There are only eight immortals and Graeme is one of them – that says it all,” NRL CEO Todd Greenberg said.

“He was such a dominant player in his era – so many fans would remember growing up watching ‘Changa’ at his best.

“It is a sad loss for the rugby league community and especially for those closest to him.”

The rugby league world has lost a giant today with the passing of Graeme Langlands. Our condolences to all of his family & friends. RIP Changa

— Todd Greenberg (@Todd_Greenberg) January 21, 2018

Very sad to hear of the passing of the great Graeme Langlands. He spent many hours with me in W'gong as a 19yr old mentoring me as a fullback. RIP Chang, gone but never forgotten. pic.twitter.com/wMUWQPuf9E

— Garry Jack (@jimmyjack244) January 20, 2018

.@NRL Immortal Graeme Langlands has died, aged 76. @eddy_meyer #9News pic.twitter.com/9B5UCUyi1u

— 9News Australia (@9NewsAUS) January 21, 2018

Sad news to wake up to this morning. The great Immortal Graeme Langlands has passed away at the age of 76. One of the greatest players I ever saw. My condolences to his family. RIP

— Martyn Sadler (@MartynSadler) January 21, 2018